13/05/2026
MEDIA RELEASE
Imphal, the 13th May, 2026
TERRORIST ATTACK ON THADOU CHURCH LEADERS
Three Martyred, Five Injured
The Thadou Students’ Association (TSA) strongly condemns the terrorist attack and barbaric ambush on Thadou Church leaders on 13th May, 2026 (Wednesday) at around 10:30 AM between Kotzim Village and Saheibung Village (Saheibung Peak - Zero Point), Kangchup Geljang Sub-Division, Kangpokpi District.
The victims are:
1. Rev. Dr. Vumthang Sitlhou – Martyred (President, TBAI)
2. Rev. Kaigoulun Lhouvum – Martyred (Finance, Youth & Music Secretary, TBAI)
3. Pastor Paogoulen Sitlhou – Martyred (Superintendent Pastor, Twilang Area, TBAI)
4. Rev. SM Haopu – Injured (Executive Secretary, TBAI)
5. Rev. Hekai Simte – Minor injuries (Superntendent Pastor, Twipajang Area, TBAI)
6. Rev. Kaikhothang Singsit – Injured (Pastor, Kangpokpi Centre Church, TBAI)
7. Mr. Thangtinlen Sitlhou – Injured (Driver)
8. Mr. Lungoumang Lhouvum – Injured (Driver)
Thadou Inpi Manipur has declared the three deceased as Thadou Martyrs. TSA and TBAI have always worked together for the spiritual and educational welfare of the Thadou community. Baptist English High School, Motbung is owned by TBAI and managed by TSA. We are one. This is a great loss to the Thadou community. Today is a day of great sorrow.
We strongly urge the Government of Manipur and Government of India to immediately crack down on militants, stop the killing of innocent lives, and restore peace and rule of law in Manipur.
Issued by:
Vicky Thadou
Spokesperson, TSA-GHQ